MPS and Cabinet set for Tuesday to take oath: Asif Nazrul

In a definitive step toward concluding Bangladesh’s democratic transition, the Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs Adviser, Dr Asif Nazrul, has announced the official schedule for the swearing-in of the newly elected 13^th Parliament. Speaking at a press briefing at the Ministry on Sunday afternoon, Dr Nazrul confirmed that the formal induction of lawmakers and the subsequent formation of the Cabinet are slated for Tuesday, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s political landscape.

The proceedings are scheduled to commence at 10:00 am on Tuesday, when the newly elected Members of Parliament (MPs) will take their constitutional oaths. Addressing the unique administrative context of the current transition, Dr Nazrul noted that, under the prevailing circumstances, the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) is expected to administer the oaths to the incoming legislators. This move underscores the procedural adjustments made to ensure a smooth handover of legislative authority following the general election.

The day’s political activity will intensify immediately following the initial ceremony. Quoting sources within the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)—the party that secured a resounding majority—the Law Adviser indicated that the newly sworn-in MPs will convene to elect their Leader of the Parliamentary Team. This internal election, a precursor to the formal naming of the Prime Minister, is projected to take place between 11:30 am and 12:00 noon at the same venue.

The culmination of the day’s events will shift to the South Plaza of the National Parliament Building. At 4:00 pm, the executive branch will officially take shape as members of the new Cabinet are sworn into office. The choice of the South Plaza for the ceremony provides a high-profile setting for the inauguration of the administration that will lead the country through its next developmental phase.

As the capital prepares for these high-security events, the announcement provides much-needed clarity on the timeline for the dissolution of the interim framework and the return to a fully elected representative government. For a nation emerging from a period of significant political flux, Tuesday’s dual ceremonies represent more than just a procedural requirement; they signal the formal restoration of parliamentary governance and the beginning of a new executive mandate.